What is the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Utility Groundworker to join our team in the Thames Valley area.- Working on a variety of projects to the highest level of care.- Setting up sites to comply with Street Works Legislation.- Working on excavation projects.- Undertaking cable and pipe laying responsibilities as well as other ad hoc requests.What do I need?To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:- 360 Excavator ticket & NRSWA Street Works ticket as a minimum requirement.- A hands-on approach and be ready to adapt to all tasks provided.- Worked in a similar role previously.- Due to the nature of this role, you'll be asked to take part in standby duties, responding to faults overnight and at weekends as part of a rota so you should be flexible with your time.- A full driving licence is required for this role.About our Business powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland.
Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net zero.
By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future.
We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.What's in it for you?An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE.
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Our Benefits Sharesave Scheme34 days of annual leaveOption to purchase up to 10 days holidayInterest-free technology loans24/7 free and confidential employee counselling servicePrivate healthcare discountsSubsidised gym memberships21 weeks full pay maternity leaveCycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limitInterest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets